Delhi Congress Criticises AAP as a Sinking Ship Following Kailash Gahlot's Resignation

Delhi Congress leader Devender Yadav criticised the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Sunday, describing it as a "sinking ship" following the resignation of senior leader and Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot. Meanwhile, Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva highlighted that issues his party has consistently raised were echoed by Gahlot in his resignation letter.

Yadav pointed out that Gahlot's resignation letter to former Chief Minister and AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal cited two main reasons: the failure to clean the polluted Yamuna river and corruption allegations related to the construction of the "sheeshmahal." The BJP had previously referred to Kejriwal's former official residence at 6 Flagstaff Road as "sheeshmahal," accusing him of spending excessively on luxury items and modern amenities.

Allegations Against AAP Leadership

Gahlot's resignation also included accusations against Kejriwal, mentioning controversies like the "sheeshmahal" that have led people to question whether the party still embodies its "AAM AADMI" ethos, according to Yadav. He added that AAP has lost public trust, and its disintegration was anticipated.

Sachdeva criticised the AAP government for its lack of progress in cleaning the Yamuna river despite receiving Rs 8,500 crore from the Centre. He urged Kejriwal, who claims moral superiority, to address these allegations instead of avoiding questions.

Character Assassination Claims

Sachdeva further alleged that Kejriwal's team engages in character assassination and opportunism. He expressed disappointment that leaders like Gahlot or Rajkumar Anand, once considered Kejriwal's trusted allies, are now being labelled as leaving due to fear of the Enforcement Directorate (ED), thus tarnishing their reputations.

The BJP leader remarked that it is disgraceful for Kejriwal's team to portray former allies as weak by suggesting they left due to pressure from the ED or personal gain. This approach, he claimed, reflects poorly on AAP's political strategy.

The ongoing controversies and allegations surrounding AAP have raised questions about its leadership and governance. As more leaders voice their concerns, the party faces increasing scrutiny over its internal dynamics and public accountability.